B.C.'s Ombudsperson Jay Chalke reveals critical delays in answering calls for income and disability assistance, highlighting systemic access issues. Learn about the findings and the call for government action.
Statistics Canada announces a major workforce reduction of 850 positions over two years, including 100 immediate cuts and a 12% reduction of its executive team. Get the full details on the federal agency's restructuring.
Statistics Canada begins cutting 850 positions and 12% of its executives. The union calls it a 'dark time' as over 3,200 workforce adjustment notices are issued. Read the full story.
Donald Trump shared a cryptic image of his Mar-a-Lago estate's entrance on Truth Social, prompting swift criticism and mockery from online commentators. Discover the reaction.
As calls for social media warning labels grow in Canada and the U.S., Concordia University researcher Iman Goodarzi explains why the approach is more complex than tobacco or alcohol. Discover the data on our screen time.
New data reveals nearly 2,000 full-time positions will be cut across five federal departments by 2030, part of broader public service reductions. Discover the impacted agencies and the $1.5B in planned savings.
Disabled Albertans face anxiety over proposed AISH reforms, including new medical panels and reduced payments under ADAP. Advocates warn of pushing people into deep poverty.
Nova Scotia announces a rise in income assistance payments starting 2026, providing crucial financial support to residents. Learn about the changes and their impact.
The GOP's DOGE committee, inspired by a meme and backed by Elon Musk, failed to deliver promised spending cuts. Musk now regrets the effort as Republicans vow to continue.
A Montreal mother shares her struggle with PTSD and poverty after her son was stabbed in 2021. She now depends on social assistance and the Christmas Fund to support her three children.
Essential information for Windsor residents on collecting Ontario Works cheques and payment cards for January 2026. Learn the key dates and procedures.
Canadians joined the global 'airing of grievances' for Festivus 2025, targeting high costs, political figures, and institutions. See the top complaints from this secular holiday tradition.
St. Clair College's president has indicated that program reductions and job cuts are possible in 2026 due to financial pressures. Learn about the potential impacts on students and staff.
Saskatoon police ask for public assistance in locating Michael Graham, 77, last seen leaving City Hospital on Tuesday afternoon. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
Ottawa police have identified one suspect but continue to search for two women involved in a series of west-end merchandise thefts on Nov. 23. Public assistance is requested.
The Salvation Army's Christmas Assistance Program continues in London, Ontario, providing essential support to families in need during the holiday season. Learn about the community effort.
BeTheChangeYYC, a vital outreach service, must vacate its downtown Calgary location. CEO Chaz Smith warns of increased crime and social disruption if a new home isn't found. Read the full story.
Alberta's UCP government passed Bill 12, redefining disability support and moving 77,000 people to a new program. Advocates call it a cruel move on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
President Donald Trump faces intense criticism for a social media post blaming director Rob Reiner's murder on 'Trump Derangement Syndrome.' The White House amplified the message, sparking outrage from both sides of the aisle. Read the full story and reac
As Parliament debates Bill C-218 to exclude mental illness from MAID eligibility, experts question if offering assisted death masks a failure to provide adequate mental health support and dignified living conditions in Canada.
A new community hub is set to open in Montreal's West Island in September 2025, replacing the former West Island Assistance Fund site destroyed by fire in 2019. Learn about the project's significance.
Ottawa Police request public assistance to locate 40-year-old Michael Harding, last seen Nov. 28. He frequents downtown Ottawa and Sandy Hill, often using public transit.
Ontario conservation officers ask for tips after a calf moose was illegally killed and abandoned north of Thunder Bay. Help solve this wildlife crime.
Manitoba RCMP are asking for the public's assistance to identify a man wanted in connection with an armed robbery investigation in Portage la Prairie. Police released a photo on December 6, 2025.
New Brunswick announces financial assistance for blueberry producers who lost access to land during the 2025 wildfires. Learn about the support program and eligibility details.
Essex County OPP are asking for the public's assistance to identify a man involved in a recent robbery in Leamington. The suspect is described as a heavier-set white male, 35-40, with short white hair.
A new report reveals a sharp increase in Manitoba families with children seeking help from food banks due to rising living costs. Explore the growing crisis of food insecurity in the province.
Lethbridge police are asking for public assistance to locate a man connected to a hit-and-run in a casino parking lot. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
Wasaga Beach announces financial assistance for resident snow removal this winter. Learn about the program details, eligibility, and how to apply for support.
Waterloo Regional Police are asking for the public's help to locate 11-year-old Angel, last seen in Kitchener on December 2, 2025. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities immediately.